U.S. Butter Prices Dip in 2025 Amid Milk Supply Constraints
In 2025, U.S. butter prices are projected to average $2.445 per pound, a decrease from the 2024 average of $2.89 per pound. Despite this decline, prices remain significantly higher than pre-2024 levels. The USDA reports that milk production in 2024 decreased by 0.2% to 226 billion pounds, with the average number of milk cows dropping…
Amul Boosts Milk Price, Cuts Feed Cost to Aid Farmers
Amul Dairy, headquartered in Anand, Gujarat, has announced a strategic move to support its extensive network of over 700,000 milk producers across Anand, Kheda, and Mahisagar districts. Effective June 1, 2025, the cooperative will increase the milk procurement price by ₹10 per kilogram of fat, raising it from ₹855 to ₹865—the highest rate in Gujarat…
Sahakar Bharati Hosts Dairy Convention in Gujarat
Sahakar Bharati’s Dairy Cell organized a two-day national convention at the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) auditorium in Anand, Gujarat, on May 24 and 25. The event gathered prominent figures from India’s dairy sector, including Gujarat’s Cooperation Minister Jagdish Vishwakarma, Amul Dairy Chairman Vipul Patel, NDDB Chairman Meenesh Shah, GCMMF Chairman Shamal Patel, and Sahakar…
Milma Achieves ₹4,327 Cr Revenue, Enhances Farmer Incentives
The Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (Milma) has reported a record revenue of ₹4,327 crore, marking a significant milestone in its operations. In response to this achievement, Milma is set to enhance incentives for dairy farmers, aiming to bolster milk production and ensure consistent supply. The federation’s strategic initiatives focus on strengthening the dairy sector’s…
Australia Eyes Whey to Curb Dairy Waste
A recent study by the University of Adelaide highlights the untapped potential of whey, a by-product of cheese production, in reducing food waste within Australia’s dairy industry. Whey accounts for approximately 7.5% of the nation’s dairy waste, contributing to the sector’s 14.9% share of Australia’s total food loss. Researcher Jack Hetherington identifies four business models…
Shreeja & Mother Dairy to Build Plants in Andhra
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has announced significant investments by Shreeja Milk Producer Organisation and Mother Dairy in Kuppam, Chittoor district, as part of the state’s ‘Swarna Andhra’ vision. Shreeja plans to establish a dairy and animal feed processing unit, while Mother Dairy will set up a fruit pulp processing facility. These projects…
Membrane Tech Advances Dairy Efficiency & Sustainability
Recent developments in membrane technology are significantly transforming the dairy industry by enhancing processing efficiency, product quality, and sustainability. Membrane filtration systems, including microfiltration (MF), ultrafiltration (UF), nanofiltration (NF), and reverse osmosis (RO), are increasingly employed for various applications such as milk clarification, protein concentration, and lactose removal. A notable trend is the integration of…
A2 Milk Shows Digestive Benefits in Infants
At the 57th Annual Meeting of the European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (ESPGHAN) held in Helsinki from May 14–17, 2025, new research sponsored by The a2 Milk Company highlighted potential health benefits of A1 protein-free milk for mothers and infants. The first study involved 25 breastfeeding mothers who consumed A1 protein-free milk….
Cooler Summer Dampens Dairy Sales Growth
India’s dairy sector is experiencing a slowdown in the sales of summer-centric products such as curd, buttermilk, and ice creams due to an unexpectedly cooler summer and increased rainfall. Mother Dairy, a major supplier in the Delhi-NCR region, has revised its projected growth for these products downward by 10%. The company attributes this decline to…
Amul Converts Whey to Bioethanol, Eyes ₹700 Cr Boost
Amul, India’s leading dairy cooperative, has successfully completed a large-scale trial to produce bioethanol from whey—a byproduct of cheese and paneer production. Conducted at the Shree Narmada Khand Udhyog Sahkari Mandli Ltd facility in Bharuch, Gujarat, the trial processed 4.5 lakh litres of whey to yield 20,000 litres of rectified spirit with 96.71% ethanol content,…